1970s Vintage Yellow Nephrite Jade Carved Persimmon Beaded Necklace

A stunning 32-inch long gemstone necklace featuring warm yellow nephrite jade beads and a finely hand-carved double-sided persimmon fruit pendant. Measuring 32" total (30" strand plus a 2" pendant) and weighing 113 grams (4 oz), this piece is designed as a continuous, slip-on style with no clasp.

Item Details

• Era: Late 1970s to Early 1980s (Post-Mao era)
• Period: 21st Century
• Materials: Genuine yellow nephrite jade
• Closure: None (endless slip-on strand)
• Dimensions: 32 inches total length, 2-inch carved pendant
• Weight: 112.9 grams (4 oz)
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition
• Hallmarks: None
• Style: Chinese Export
• Place of Origin: China

Fashion History

This treasured artifact comes from a pivotal moment in modern history. During Mao Zedong’s Cultural Revolution, traditional artistry and motifs were suppressed. In the years immediately after Mao’s death, a small number of artisans began cautiously reviving their craft, and this piece emerged during that fragile opening. Its detailed, dual-sided carving is a testament to old-world skill reasserting itself. For serious collectors, this necklace offers a rare convergence of material excellence, historical importance, and cultural endurance.